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August 01, 2025What if the key to understanding human consciousness is etched in stone? 🧠🎨
In this unforgettable episode of the Paleo Post Podcast, co-host George Nash takes center stage with an inspiring conversation featuring Peter Robinson, Executive Officer of the Bradshaw Foundation—a leading figure in preserving and promoting the study of ancient rock art and humanity’s early creative expression.

Peter Robinson has spent decades helping bring global attention to some of the world’s most enigmatic and powerful ancient artworks—from the cave panels of Europe to the mysterious Bradshaw (Gwion Gwion) figures of Australia. He joins us to explore how early visual storytelling helps us answer some of humanity’s biggest questions:
🗿 Where did art come from?
👣 What does it say about the minds that made it?
🌍 Is this the very beginning of culture?

Together, we dive into:

The origins of symbolic behavior and artistic expression
Why early art may hold the key to understanding what it means to be human
The work of the Bradshaw Foundation and its global partnerships
Insights into the spiritual, cognitive, and cultural power of rock art

🎧 Whether you’re an archaeologist, artist, philosopher, or just a curious soul, this episode will make you see humanity in a whole new way.

👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share—it helps more people discover the deep history of who we are.

🧠✨ New episodes of the #PaleoPostPodcast every week—where ancient stories meet modern minds.

#HumanOrigins #RockArt #BradshawFoundation #PaleoPost #PeterRobinson #CaveArt #HumanEvolution #SymbolicThought #Podcast #Archaeology #ArtHistory #DeepHistory
57 min
July 07, 2025 🌍 Exploring Colombia’s Ancient Rock Art: Secrets of the Amazon’s Painted Cliffs! | PaleoPost Podcast 🎨
Join hosts Seth Chagi, Dr. Genevieve, Dr. George, and special guest Dr. Barbara Oosterveg as we journey deep into the Colombian Amazon to uncover one of the world’s most breathtaking archaeological marvels: the colossal rock art panels of Cerro Azul! 🏞️✨

In this thrilling episode of the PaleoPost Podcast, we dive into:
✅ The discovery and mapping of 10-meter-high, 100-meter-long rock art panels boasting over 3,200 paintings — from decorated handprints to therianthropic figures.
✅ The fascinating secrets behind embodied markings, ancient hand stencils, and what they reveal about prehistoric life.
✅ How hyperspectral imaging and experimental archaeology are revolutionizing our understanding of these ancient masterpieces.
✅ Insights into early South American settlement dating back 12,500 years, and what this means for debates around pre-Clovis migrations.
✅ The local myths, indigenous perspectives, and the essential role of community knowledge in interpreting rock art.
✅ The untold stories of harpy eagles, tapirs, and possible ritual scenes painted high above the rainforest canopy.

📢 Subscribe & Stay Curious!
Like, share, and subscribe to the PaleoPost Podcast for more incredible explorations of human origins, art, and ancient stories from around the world. 🔔

🎉 Special shoutout to Don Bailey for his brilliant insight on hoofprints and rock art—thank you for inspiring this discussion!

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#PaleoPostPodcast #RockArt #Colombia #Paleoanthropology #AncientArt #HumanOrigins #CaveArt #Amazon #PreClovis #SciencePodcast
1 hr 2 min
June 23, 2025 Sima del Elefante Fossil Surprise! | Rock Art & Homo Evolution | Paleo Post Ep. 002
Join hosts Seth Chagi, Genevieve von Petzinger, and Dr. George Nash as we journey through deep time and unravel some of the most compelling mysteries of human evolution!

🚨 In this episode:
• George Nash shares tales from his upcoming book on the rock art of Wales and Herefordshire—cut marks, Neolithic standing stones, and ancient earthworks galore!
• We dive deep into the fossil record with new finds from Sima del Elefante in Spain—including the fascinating midface fossil nicknamed “Pink” (Homo affinis erectus) and discuss its implications for hominin migration and population replacement in Europe.
• Seth breaks down the debate around naming new species based on partial remains—are we too quick to classify?
• Genevieve explores the newly discovered 1.5-million-year-old tools in Iraq, adding a fresh pin to our hominin migration maps.
• We discuss Green Arabia: Was the Arabian Peninsula a lush corridor for early human dispersals?

🌿 PLUS: Get a sneak peek into future plans as George and Genevieve prepare for fieldwork in Jordan and Petra, where they’ll explore multi-layered rock art and Bedouin oral histories of ancient green landscapes.

🎧 Whether you’re a seasoned anthropologist or just curious about your ancient ancestors, this episode is a must-listen. Don’t miss the cutting-edge science, field updates, humor, and insights from our globally connected paleo team.

📌 Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro & Season Kickoff
04:00 - George’s Rock Art Adventures in Wales
15:00 - Sima del Elefante & Homo affinis erectus
32:00 - The Mystery of Homo antecessor
42:00 - Green Arabia & the Climate-Migration Connection
54:00 - Hope, Optimism & Science Communication

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#PaleoPost #HumanOrigins #RockArt #FossilFriday #Paleoanthropology #AncientDNA #GreenArabia #WOPA #GenevieveVonPetzinger #GeorgeNash #SethChagi

1 hr 2 min
May 30, 2025 Season 4 Begins: From Cave Walls to Neural Nets
🎙️ Season 4 Premiere – The Paleo Post Podcast 🦴We’re BACK—with an all-star lineup and a brand-new season exploring what makes us us. Join hosts Seth Chagi, Dr. George Nash, and the inimitable Genevieve von Petzinger as we kick off a journey into paleoart, ancient cognition, deep history, and the role of AI in archaeology.Get updates on all of the Hosts, learn about the new fascinating dating sites of the Altamira Cave System, which changes a great deal of what we know, and much more! This episode sets the stage for a season packed with wild discoveries, philosophical questions, and behind-the-scenes insight into the science of human origins. From ancient symbols to futuristic tools, we’re connecting dots across time.🧠 In this episode:✨ Genevieve von Petzinger on decoding ancient symbols🗿 Dr. George Nash shares fieldwork stories (and cave obsessions)🎙️ Seth Chagi talks science communication and why this podcast matters🤖 Is AI the next big thing in archaeological research?🎨 What paleoart tells us about the evolution of the human mind👇 Let us know in the comments:What’s YOUR favorite ancient symbol—or the most human thing early humans ever did?📍 Timestamps:0:00 – Welcome to Season 4!3:45 – Genevieve’s journey and mission10:12 – George’s cave adventures18:00 – Seth on why paleoart still matters24:45 – Neanderthal art: yes or no?32:30 – AI in the field: tool or threat?40:00 – Teasers for upcoming episodes!🌍 Learn more: worldofpaleoanthropology.org📧 [email protected]🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all your favorite platforms!#PaleoPostPodcast #GenevieveVonPetzinger #Season4Premiere #PaleoArt #HumanOrigins #AIandArchaeology #NeanderthalCulture #DeepHistory #PaleoPost #PaleoClub
57 min
January 24, 2025 🔍 The Forgotten Artists of the Ice Age: What We’re Finally Finding!
We’ve made it to the Season 3 Finale of The Paleo Post Podcast! 🎉 In this jam-packed episode, hosts George, Genevieve, and Seth reflect on major discoveries, exciting personal milestones, and what’s next for Season 4.
🚀 Episode Highlights:
🔹 Genevieve’s TED Talk Hits 10 Million Views! A look back at her groundbreaking research on geometric symbols in cave art—what do they mean, and how do they connect to the origins of writing? ✍️
🔹 George’s New Book Success & Upcoming Research—From Welsh rock art to cave acoustics in Portugal, get the inside scoop on his latest work! 📖
🔹 Ancient Sicily’s Mysteries—New research suggests prehistoric Sicilians may have had more in common with North Africa than Europe. Could it be a missing link in human migration? 🌍
🔹 The Hidden Art of Israel—Are we missing Ice Age cave art in the Middle East? A new discovery in Skull Cave challenges the belief that prehistoric people in Israel weren’t artists. 🎨
💡 What’s Next? Season 4 will bring special guests, deeper dives into prehistoric mysteries, and even more breaking research! Stay tuned! 🔬
📌 Links & References:
🔗 Genevieve’s TED Talk on prehistoric symbols - https://www.ted.com/talks/genevieve_von_petzinger_why_are_these_32_symbols_found_in_ancient_caves_all_over_europe
🔗 George’s new book on rock art - https://logastonpress.co.uk/product/neolithic-tombs-of-wales/
✨ Thank you for an incredible Season 3! Let’s keep exploring the past together. Subscribe & follow for Season 4! 🚀🎧
1 hr 31 min
January 10, 2025 Secrets of the Past: Decoding Ancient Art, Music, and Mystery in the Levant
Dive into the depths of ancient caves and unearth the fascinating stories of our ancestors! In this episode, we explore groundbreaking discoveries from Israel’s Minot Cave, uncover the mysteries behind bird-bone flutes, and reveal the symbolic artistry of turtle-shell patterns. From the echoes of ancient music to the enigmatic rituals of the Levant, join us on an incredible journey through deep history. Are these clues to our shared humanity or whispers from a forgotten world? Tune in to find out!
#PaleoAnthropology #AncientArt #HumanOrigins
55 min
December 29, 2024 From Rock Art to Rituals: New Frontiers in Human Symbolism
In this cozy and thought-provoking episode of the Paleo Post Podcast, we explore how the challenges of ancient life shaped the creativity and resilience of early humans. Genevieve von Petzinger and Dr. George Nash join us once again to share stories of survival, innovation, and the fascinating rituals that connected early communities.
From enduring storms that tested the limits of human ingenuity to uncovering the role of fire and bear furs in Paleolithic life, this episode is packed with intriguing insights. We also dive into how ancient art and symbolism served as tools for survival and expression, connecting us to the ingenuity of our ancestors.
What can the past teach us about weathering life’s storms—literal and figurative? How did early humans balance the harsh realities of their environment with their creative spirit? This episode will warm your heart and ignite your curiosity about the deep history of humanity.
🔗 Join us on this fascinating journey into the Paleolithic world!
#PaleoPostPodcast, #AncientArt, #HumanOrigins, #DeepHistory, #EarlyHumanLife, #SurvivalAndCreativity
53 min
December 17, 2024 Frozen in Time: The Discovery of a 37,000-Year-Old Scimitar-Toothed Cub | Paleo Post Podcast Ep. 7
Frozen in Time A 37,000-year-old scimitar-toothed cat cub perfectly preserved in Siberian permafrost? Yes, it’s real—and it’s rewriting what we know about the Ice Age!Discover the secrets this cub holds, from its adaptations to the tantalizing possibility of frozen human ancestors waiting to be uncovered. PLUS: Learn how ancient rock art and sensory archaeology are changing our understanding of the past! Watch the latest episode of the Paleo Post Podcast now! https://youtu.be/gatVz-ifY64 What would YOU do if we found a frozen Neanderthal? Let us know in the comments!#FrozenHistory #PaleoPostPodcast #ScimitarToothedCat #IceAgeSecrets #HumanOrigins #DeepHistory #Archaeology
1 hr 13 min
November 17, 2024 🎃 Neanderthals, Haunted Caves, and Spooky Rock Art: A (Slightly Late) Halloween Special! 🎃
Welcome back to The Paleo Post Podcast! We know this Halloween episode is arriving a little late—thanks for your patience as we welcome our amazing new producer and test out some fresh processes to bring you even better content. We hope the delay makes the spooky season linger just a little longer!
This episode is worth the wait, as we dive into the eerie and the ancient with Genevieve von Petzinger and Dr. George Nash. From mysterious caves in Wales and Ireland to Neanderthal genetics and prehistoric art with a supernatural twist, this is an adventure you won’t want to miss.
🦴 Highlights include:
• George’s tales of uncharted caves and their untold secrets.
• Genevieve channeling her inner Indiana Jones and the humor of real fieldwork.
• A deep dive into the possible links between Ice Age art and ancient perceptions of the supernatural.
We also laugh about the archaeology “glamour” myth and how legends like Indiana Jones shaped public perception of the field.
Thank you for your understanding as we refine our behind-the-scenes magic. We’re so grateful to have your support—now let’s extend Halloween for one more hour of spooky science fun! 🍂🔍
Listen Now and Enjoy! 🎧
1 hr 26 min
October 19, 2024 Neanderthals, Africa, Ancient Stone Tools & The Struggle to Save Fossils at the Nairobi Museum!
In this episode of the Paleo Post Podcast, we explore critical issues facing the National Museum of Kenya in Nairobi and the rich history it preserves—now at risk. The museum, home to priceless fossils like those discovered by the Leakey family, is facing serious challenges due to poor funding, deteriorating conditions, and a lack of resources to properly care for these irreplaceable artifacts.
But that’s just the beginning of this episode! Hosts Genevieve von Petzinger and Dr. George Nash also dive into fascinating topics such as:
• The evolution of early stone tools and what recent discoveries reveal about our ancestors’ cognitive abilities 🔨
• New findings on Neanderthals and their presence in Africa—what does this mean for the human evolutionary timeline?
• Dr. George’s latest field updates and the cutting-edge research he’s been involved in, including exciting digs across Europe 🌍
• How the degradation of fossil collections, like those in the Nairobi Museum, threatens to erase critical chapters of our understanding of human evolution
With a mix of archaeology, history, and conservation efforts, this episode offers something for everyone interested in the story of humanity’s past. Tune in to hear more about how we can protect our ancient heritage and what you can do to help ensure these fossils are preserved for future generations.
Watch now and get up to speed on the latest in paleoanthropology, Neanderthals, and stone tool discoveries!
🎥 https://youtu.be/VPUAMZta0XU
Hashtags:
#StoneTools, #Neanderthals, #LeakeyFamily, #Paleoanthropology, #HumanEvolution, #Archaeology, #FossilDiscoveries, #GeorgeNash, #PreserveHistory, #NationalMuseumOfKenya#Neanderthals, #StoneTools, #FossilPreservation, #NairobiMuseum, #AncientHistory, #PaleoAnthropology, #HumanEvolution, #Archaeology, #GeorgeUpdates, #SaveTheFossils
1 hr 9 min

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The Paleo Post Podcast, launched by the World of Paleoanthropology, dives deep into the fascinating world of human evolution. Initially hosted by National Geographic Explorer and rock art expert…